Showing results for "Leadership" in Historical Fiction

For the first time in audio, Marguerite Yourcenar's masterpiece—an extraordinary novel based on the life of the Roman emperor Hadrian. Written in the form of a testamentary letter from the Emperor Hadrian to his successor, the youthful Marcus Aurelius, this work is as extraordinary for its...

An enthralling, groundbreaking reimagining of an iconic queen, from the #1 Sunday Times bestselling author 'Enchanting, smart, and subversive – El-Arifi’s masterpiece' R. F. KUANG 'Lush world-building and lyrical prose burn brightly on every page' JENNIFER SAINT 'Addictive and entertaining'...

The perennially bestselling golf title, Golf in the Kingdom, hailed by the San Francisco Chronicle as the "masterpiece on the mysticism of golf," is a wonderfully told romp through the Scottish links, the most beautiful and challenging golf courses in the world where, truly, anything is possible...

The ultimate Rome story ‘Iggulden is in a class of his own when it comes to epic, historical fiction’ Daily Mirror 'I wish I’d written it' Bernard Cornwell 'If you liked Gladiator, you'll love Emperor' The Times From the spectacle of gladiatorial combat to the intrigue of the Senate, from...

Il est temps que les femmes d'Ithaque racontent leur histoire. Le roi Ulysse est parti il y a de nombreuses années en guerre contre Troie, emmenant tous les hommes en âge de combattre de l'île d'Ithaque. En son absence, Pénélope use de toute sa ruse pour maintenir la paix, mais celle-ci est...

“A COMPASSIONATE story about one of the most consequential Americans of the 20th century.” —Kirkus (STARRED review) An extraordinary work of historical fiction by the co-creator of TWIN PEAKS—a novel about one of FDR’s closest wartime advisers and the president’s final days, INSPIRED...

Often, we get caught up running on a hamster wheel as fast as we can, chasing success to get to the top but not really getting any further ahead until someone comes along who allows us to see what we are really missing. Opening our eyes and hearts to a new life design and setting us on the path to our true destiny. This is the story of one such journey. The Janitor tells a beautiful tale that we all can recognize, reminding us that when we need wisdom the most, it will appear unexpectedly and unlikely.

Taking the company into the 21st century was not going to be easy for Mr. Blue, Jr. His Chief of Staff, B.B. Queen, seemed to be getting with the program, while other sales executives were lagging behind. Faced with constant threats from those challenging his authority and the voice of Mr. Blue, Sr. echoing in his head, he and others find themselves involved in a series of games with plots and twists that keep them all on their toes, everyone vying for the prize. Who will advance? And who will be sent packing?

All across America, people are feeling squeezed-running faster and faster yet falling farther behind. The economy struggles, wars rage on, and every week brings news of another environmental disaster. Everything seems broken and people feel helpless. Despite this bleak outlook, a quiet hope is...

Explore the epic journey of Lehi’s family in "From Jerusalem to Zarahemla: The Exodus of Lehi's Family to Their Promised Land," the second book in Cooper Neitzel's insightful series based on the Book of Mormon. Perfect for listeners interested in religious history, ancient scriptures, and spiritual growth, this book takes you deep into the lives, struggles, and triumphs of Lehi, Sariah, Nephi, and other key figures as they leave a doomed Jerusalem, endure the wilderness, and establish a new society in the Promised Land.